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Board receives first reading of 15 updated policies, including AI guidance and Narcan requirement
Summary
Mr. Johnson presented 15 policies for first reading that align district policies with new state guidance and recent bills; the board discussed how a district AI playbook is being developed alongside the NEOLA model policy. No action was taken at first reading.
The Kettering City School District board received a first reading Tuesday of 15 revised policies that the administration says align the district with recent state guidance and legislation.
Policy presenter Mr. Johnson said the revisions include technical updates and several changes tied to state law: a policy (5.1.12) revised in response to House Bill 114 on kindergarten enrollment timing; a Narcan requirement (policy 5.330.05) to ensure naloxone is available in emergency situations; and updates to align with the governor’s merit scholarship and Ohio guaranteed admission programs. Other changes reflect House Bill 96 provisions on advanced standing programs, bidding thresholds for real-property improvements on school grounds, and updated procurement thresholds for federally funded purchases.
The board asked specifically about the district’s approach to artificial intelligence. A board member asked how the NEOLA model AI policy would dovetail with district-specific work, and Mr. Johnson said the model policy is vetted through legal counsel and the district maintains an “AI playbook” under development. Superintendent (S7) added that the NEOLA policy aligns with Ohio Department of Education and Workforce guidance and that the district is working on an ethical-use handbook for AI and related technology concerns.
Mr. Johnson said these items were presented for first reading only and would return for possible approval at a later meeting.
The board also discussed process questions about vetting — Mr. Johnson said vendor-provided model policies are reviewed by legal counsel and then adapted by district staff before being presented to the board.
